Knitted

/ˈnɪtɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb
Past tense of knit; to have made a fabric by interlacing threads.
She knitted a beautiful sweater for her friend as a birthday gift.
To have formed something by intertwining or connecting closely.
The community was knitted together by shared experiences and mutual support.
adjective
Made by knitting; related to knitted fabric.
He wore a warm, knitted scarf to protect himself from the cold.
Closely assembled or connected in nature.
The knitted nature of their friendship was evident in their unwavering loyalty to each other.

Etymology

From Old English cnyttan, meaning to tie or make knots.

Common Phrases and Expressions

knitted together
Closely connected or functioning as a unit.
knitted brows
A facial expression indicating worry or concentration.
knitting circle
A social gathering of people who knit.

Related Words

knit
To create fabric by interlocking loops of yarn.
knitter
A person who knits.
knitting
The action or art of making knitted items.

Slang Meanings

Knit together like a family.
They are so tightly knitted, it's like they're family.
To be good at dealing with problems.
She's knitted in a way that always finds solutions.